Reference Manual
00809-0100-4835 Rev BE
February 2018
Rosemount 3150 Series
Installation
10
Electronics Housing
The standard transmitter orientation is shown in dimensional
drawings found in this manual (see
). While rotation
of the electronics housing in the field is possible with special
instructions, it is not recommended. Please contact
Rosemount Nuclear prior to any attempt to rotate the electrical
housing.
ELECTRICAL
CONSIDERATIONS
This section contains information you should consider when
preparing to make electrical connections to the transmitter.
Read this section carefully before proceeding to the electrical
installation procedure.
Rosemount 3150 Series transmitters provide a 4-20 mA signal
when connected to a suitable dc power source.
illustrates a typical signal loop consisting of a transmitter,
power supply, and various receivers (controller, indicator,
computer).
Figure 2-3 – Typical Transmitter
Wiring Connection
The power supply versus load limit relationship is shown in
. See qualification reports for additional details.
The loop load is the sum of the resistance of the signal leads
and the load resistance of the receivers. Any power supply
ripple appears in the output signal.